"Time machines may not exist yet but dining at Pie 'n Burger feels like the closest thing to teleporting to 1960s Los Angeles. This classic Pasadena diner, which opened in 1963, continues to dish out simple and filling diner fare with an interior that harkens back to the old days (the prices, however, have grown very modern; a burger combination will set you back $18). More than anything else, you should visit for a titular slice of banana meringue pie and freshly stacked burger."
"As the name suggests, burgers are mandatory. Is it the best burger in Los Angeles? Probably not. But expect a dish made with wholesome ingredients and steeped in nostalgia. The burger arrives painted with homemade Thousand Island dressing and layered with crisp iceberg lettuce, tomato, and dill pickles. Add cheese for 50 cents. The patty melt delivers the same beefy, cheesy experience as a cheeseburger but its addition of grilled rye bread with tangy pops of caraway seeds provides dimension."
Pie 'n Burger opened in 1963 and preserves a retro interior with a soda machine, milkshake mixer, and old-school cash register. Seating is at small tables or along the counter facing the open kitchen. Burgers come with homemade Thousand Island dressing, iceberg lettuce, tomato, and dill pickles, and cheese is available for 50 cents; the patty melt features grilled rye with caraway seeds. Breakfast combos include eggs, bacon, and large porous buttermilk pancakes. Banana meringue pie is a signature dessert with sliced bananas and a tower of lightly toasted meringue. Fries are standard and bland; onion rings are hot, crispy, and sweet.
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